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Portsmouth boss’ frank Thomas Waddingham admission as he rules out Stoke selection

The Australian has three goals in 16 appearances since arriving from A-League side Brisbane Roar…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 4:55 AM
Portsmouth boss’ frank Thomas Waddingham admission as he rules out Stoke selection
Key Things to Know
  • John Mousinho has ruled out starting striker Thomas Waddingham for Portsmouth's upcoming match against Stoke City.
  • Waddingham has scored two goals in four substitute appearances since returning from his latest injury setback.
  • Striker Marko Milovanovic will miss the Stoke clash after sustaining a quad injury against Swansea.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Portsmouth head coach John Mousinho has ruled out starting striker Thomas Waddingham for Saturday's match against Stoke City, despite the forward's recent goalscoring form. The 21-year-old Australian has scored two goals in four substitute appearances since returning from injury, including a stoppage-time goal in Pompey's 3-1 win over Swansea.

With Marko Milovanovic sidelined due to a quad injury, Mousinho prefers to ease Waddingham back into action gradually rather than risk another setback. The manager stated that the upcoming international break would benefit Waddingham's fitness, aiming to give him a solid block of training before considering him for a starting role.

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